Bsc Preferred EWF172 Water Filter Replacement Cartridge

Product Description

The BSC PREFERRED EWF172 is a replacement water filter cartridge engineered for drinking water coolers and fountains. It delivers a filtration capacity of 1,500 gallons per cartridge and is certified against NSF 42 and NSF 53 standards, addressing aesthetic impurities as well as health-related contaminants including lead and chlorine. The cartridge features a spun polypropylene prefilter mesh that blocks larger particulates before they reach the primary filter media, protecting service life and maintaining consistent flow. A quarter-turn quick-disconnect design and an automatic inlet shut-off valve simplify changeouts and reduce contact with contaminated material. Licensed plumbers or trained maintenance technicians typically handle installation in commercial and institutional settings.

The EWF172 cartridge is suited for use in drinking water coolers and fountains installed in schools, offices, and other public or commercial facilities where consistent water quality is a service requirement. It reduces lead, chlorine, taste, odor, and discoloration from incoming water supplies. The self-contained design requires no additional tools or fittings beyond the unit's existing filter housing, making scheduled filter maintenance straightforward for service personnel on regular maintenance routes.

Key Features

• 1,500-gallon filtration capacity per cartridge
• Certified to NSF 42 and NSF 53 standards for aesthetic and health-related contaminant reduction
• Reduces lead, chlorine, taste, odor, and discoloration
• Spun polypropylene prefilter mesh protects primary media and extends cartridge service life
• Quarter-turn quick-disconnect mechanism for fast, tool-free cartridge swaps
• Automatic inlet shut-off valve activates during replacement to limit exposure to contaminated water

Compatibility

Designed as a direct replacement filter cartridge for BSC PREFERRED drinking water coolers and fountains that accept the WaterSentry VII filter format.

Installation Notes

Power down or disconnect the water cooler or fountain from its water supply before beginning filter replacement. The quarter-turn quick-disconnect allows cartridge removal without additional tools; follow the manufacturer's changeout sequence to allow the automatic shut-off valve to seat properly. Dispose of spent cartridges in accordance with local regulations. Filter replacement in commercial or institutional water systems may be subject to applicable local plumbing codes.